MEXICO CITY.- The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaumstated this Tuesday that death is “being investigated” fingers Colombian migrants attacked on November 2 in a confrontation with the National Guard on the northern border of the country.
“It is being investigated. On Tuesday, eight (days) from now, we are going to have the safety report. They made a bulletin and there the general secretary can report in detail,” said the president, during her morning press conference, without giving further details.
On November 2, the National Guard killed two Colombians while they moved in a group to trying to cross the border into the United Statesin Tecate, Baja California.
The event also left five people injuredincluding a minor.
Attack on migrants condemned
Collectives and human rights defenders condemned the attack and They demanded that the authorities clarify what happened. They also ask for the repair of the damage and the punishment of elements of the National Guard.
Given this, the Secretary of National Defense (Sedena), confirmed that the confrontation occurred last Saturday on a section of the highway towards La Rumorosa, in the vicinity of a wind farm in the northern town of Tecate.
The Mexican Army defended that the elements of the National Guard were initially attacked with firearms, so “they repelled the aggression”. They mentioned that in fact They arrested a man of Mexican nationalityunharmed, and a vehicle in which the migrants were traveling was also seized.
They separate elements who attacked migrants
He also assured that the three members of the corporation who participated in the events were temporarily separated from their duties to carry out investigations.
For its part, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia regretted the eventssent his condolences and offered his support to the family members.
The two people who died were identified as Yuli Vanessa Herrera Marulanda37 years old, wounded directly in the head, and Ronaldo Andrés Quintero Scarves20 years old, who received several gunshot wounds to the head, chest, neck and shoulder.
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**Interview with Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, President Sheinbaum. There’s been a tragic situation involving Colombian migrants at the border recently. Can you provide us with an update on the investigation into the deaths that occurred during the confrontation with the National Guard?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me. Yes, I want to emphasize that the investigation is progressing. The incident on November 2, where two Colombian nationals lost their lives and several others were injured, is being thoroughly examined. I have requested a detailed safety report that we will present next Tuesday.
**Editor:** Can you specify what aspects of the incident are being investigated?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** The investigation focuses on the circumstances surrounding the confrontation, including how it escalated and the actions taken by the National Guard. We want to ensure a transparent process that addresses the concerns raised by the community and human rights organizations.
**Editor:** Human rights groups have condemned the attack and are demanding accountability. How does your administration plan to address these concerns?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** We take these allegations very seriously. It is crucial that we respect the rights of all individuals, including migrants. We will cooperate fully with human rights defenders and ensure that the findings of our investigation are made public. Additionally, we are committed to reparations for those affected by this tragic event.
**Editor:** What measures is your government considering to prevent similar incidents in the future?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Our government is actively working to improve the protocols and training for our border enforcement agencies. We aim to ensure that any engagement with migrants is handled with care and respect for human rights. We must find a balance between safety and compassion.
**Editor:** Thank you, President Sheinbaum, for your insights. We look forward to following the developments in the investigation.
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Thank you. It’s essential that we address these issues with sensitivity and care.
